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Monday, December 03, 2012  Eliminating the $1 bill could save taxpayers plenty over the next 30 years

Tuesday, December 27, 2011  In our Facebook Story of the Day for December 27, we're talking about how Illinois' reputation for political corruption and government mismanagement could have cost the state billions of dollars and an income tax increase.

Friday, June 03, 2011  Cicada mating happens like clockwork - every 13 years when the bugs emerge from living in the ground, climb trees and shed their exoskeleton.

Tuesday, December 28, 2010  Lawmakers say Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn has been discussing borrowing billions of dollars to soak up the state's pool of red ink.

Monday, October 11, 2010  The federal government spent $1.5 billion and states spent $1.4 billion on grants for students who didn't start their sophomore years.

Monday, September 06, 2010  US expects to spend billions on Afghanistan training long after drawdown of its forces

Tuesday, July 13, 2010  Illinois lottery says 2009 was record year.

Tuesday, September 29, 2009  Ralph Martire of the Center for Tax and Budget Accountability says there's little fat that can be trimmed in the state's payroll.

Monday, February 09, 2009  The stimulus plan emerging in Washington could offer an unprecedented, multibillion-dollar boost in financial help for college students trying to pursue a degree while they ride out the recession.